
Agenda and Programs
Workshops: The Truth About Drugs
The vital importance of prevention, education and awareness is ample and evident. All studies, research and data show why we need to start educating children earlier than previously thought. The internet, music, advertising, peer pressure, the rise of vaping, lethal and quick addiction drugs, alcohol binging, prescription abuse, not to mention products purposely created to attract and entice children and young adults, is unprecedented. Adults, parents and the community at large must be aware of and educated on the perils facing our communities, our children and our nation.
Deliverables and Scope of Work
Your investment of $5000 will fund four interactive, specialized workshops each lasting between one to two hours (sometimes 2 ½ hours) 1 to 2 presenters and 1 presentation aid are part of the workshop. "The Truth About Drugs” covers vaping, marihuana, fentanyl, synthetics, addiction and their effects on the brain and body. It includes overdose signs and Narcan effects and applications (see the lesson plan) Narcan is provided/available at workshops and events as needed or requested. Mental wellness workshop: “Understanding emotions and Critical thinking” provides skills on emotional intelligence and cognitive restructuring to manage stress, anger, anxiety and grief known to be vulnerabilities for self-medication, self-harm, and violence. Nonviolent communication and positive self-talk are tools and skills used when presenting. Pre- and post-assessment for children and youth. For adults, a post-questionnaire. Imans Light Foundation is also committed to encourage and support schools and students to continue the conversation and establish an ILF Youth Group. Youth groups are given material and topics to continue the conversation among themselves, making them leaders and positive influences. Our annual "Music and Lights for Life Dance and Exhibition" provides crucial information on drugs lacing, addictions, and promoting mental wellness. It celebrates and honors lives through music, performances and lights. We create a safe environment to dance, laugh and have fun showing that there’s no need of substances that alter your mental state and abilities, especially with the very real possibility of a fake pill and fentanyl lacing that can kill you in less than 2 min. Sponsors present provide related resources, information and even CPR lessons. We have Narcan available for anyone who wants it. Iman’s light partners with police, city leaders and DEA to collect medical waste and safe disposal of drugs. We advocate for legislative changes against lethal substances such as fentanyl, and comprehensive resources and protection for our children, youth, victims and families. We also collaborate with support groups that offer free services and resources to those in need.
Programs
Education
What is Marijuana?
1. Key Definitions: THC- Intoxication- Drug 2. The Plant and its over 400 chemicals 3. Myths and Facts 4. Harmful effects on the brain 5. THC – alters mental state 6. The protective mechanism 7. Today’s potency of THC vs the 70’s 8. Health risk of smoking 9. Long term consequences 10, Methods of use 11. Addiction rates – Impaired functions, risks and health 12. Conclusion
What is Vaping?
1. How does it work 2.What are e-cigarettes also called – Vapes that look like highlighters, Lipstick, USB, a Hoodie, and many other disguised items. Why? 3.Is vaping better than smoking cigarettes 4. Is vaping addictive 5. How is nicotine dangerous 6. Can Vaping make you sick 7. The impact of vaping on the Brain: Understanding Mechanisms 8. The emergence and dangers of Fentanyl laced vapes 9.What is lacing 9, Signs that a vape contains Fentanyl – Narcan its effects and applications 10. What happens when people take drugs?
What is Fentanyl
1.What does it do?2. Can you taste or smell fentanyl and what are its forms?3. What is medical/pharmaceutical fentanyl?4. What is street/illegal fentanyl? 5. Is it addictive?6. What are its effects?7. How much fentanyl is an overdose, what does it look like? 8. The threat of fentanyl and Lasing? 9. What were the overdose deaths in 2023 and 2024? 10. Is medicine bought in the internet safe- What is a Fake pill and can it kill? 11. Narcan, what are its effects and application12. Signs of an overdose? 13. Responding to a potential fentanyl overdose? 14. Addiction can happen to anyone –Reduce stigma – We are here to help!